1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines
Keep Your 1961 Buick Electra in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1961 Buick Electra looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Camshafts and Performance Intake Manifold Hardware. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $356.99, with a range that starts at $29.99 and goes up to $683.99. With 2 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Intake Manifold Bolts and Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead start at just $29.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Fuel Systems and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1961 Buick Electra in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1961 Buick Electra? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Buick Electra. Whether you’re driving a 1961 model or another popular model year like
1982,
1983,
1984,
1985,
1986,
1987,
1988,
1989, and
1990, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-600-5)
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$341.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-221-4)
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$298.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-227-4)
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$297.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-223-4)
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$328.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-226-4)
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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-601-5)
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$341.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-225-4)
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$298.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-225-4)
from
$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 234/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-601-5)
from
$341.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-237-4)
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$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-224-4)
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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-602-5)
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$341.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-234-4)
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$343.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat (Part No.42-220-4)
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$366.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Spectre – Bolt Kit Intake Hex Head (Part No.4652)
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$9.99
Spectre’s Intake Bolt and Washer Set is engineered to provide premium quality hardware for Chevrolet 265-400 and Chrysler 273-440 small block engines. Measuring 3/8 inch-16 by 1 inch, these grade 5 bolts feature a corrosion resistant zinc-plated finish and hex heads to ensure easy installation. This kit includes 12 bolts and washers.
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- Designed for Chevrolet 265-400 and Chrysler 273-440 small block engines
- 3/8 inch-16 by 1 inch bolts
- Kit includes 12 bolts and washers
- Manufactured from high quality steel
- Bolts feature hex heads
Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.957G)
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$29.99
These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes sixteen (16) 3/8 inch-16 x 1-1/4 inch bolts & washers
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- Zinc plated Grade 5 steel
- Flat washers provide uniform clamp load and prevent galling on aluminum intake manifolds
- Ideal For Minimal Space
- 12-Point Head And Flange
- Zinc Plated For Protection
Popular 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Camshaft for 1961 Buick Electras
Enhance your 1961 Buick Electra with this popular Performance Engine Camshaft we have in stock, for $683.99.
Competition Cams – Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (Part No.91-600-5)
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$683.99
Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead
Best-Selling 1961 Buick Electra Performance Intake Manifold Hardware
Upgrade your Electra with our best-selling Performance Intake Manifold Hardware.
Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.957G)
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$29.99
These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes sixteen (16) 3/8 inch-16 x 1-1/4 inch bolts & washers
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- Zinc plated Grade 5 steel
- Flat washers provide uniform clamp load and prevent galling on aluminum intake manifolds
- Ideal For Minimal Space
- 12-Point Head And Flange
- Zinc Plated For Protection
FAQs for 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1961 Buick Electras?
Out of 2 Performance Engines that fit 1961 Buick Electras, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Intake Manifold Bolts (17360286) – $29.99
- Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (50287090) – $683.99
What’s the price range for 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1961 Buick Electra range from $29.99 up to $683.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1961 Buick Electra?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1961 Buick Electra is $356.99. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Buick Electra model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1961 Buick Electra?
The cheapest 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engines we carry are:
- Intake Manifold Bolts (17360286) – $29.99
- Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (50287090) – $683.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1961 Buick models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 2 other popular 1961 Buick models. Some of the most popular are 1961 LeSabre Performance Engines, 1961 Estate Wagon Performance Engines, and 1961 Invicta Performance Engines.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1961 Buick Electra?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1961 Buick Electra:
Can I get help with 1961 Buick Electra Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Buick Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Buick Electra Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Electra Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.